Takshanuk Watershed Council is encouraging residents to participate in International Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. 17.
The Haines cleanup will run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers will meet at the Takshanuk Watershed Council parking lot, across from the bank, and be assigned a location.
“Dress appropriately for the weather conditions,” said Brad Ryan, executive director. “If it’s smooth and you want to bring a boat, we’d love to send you out to do beaches that are not accessible by walking, but if it’s too rough, just show up.”
He also recommends for volunteers to bring gloves.
“If you have a vehicle that we can haul trash in, that’s great,” Ryan said. “If not, I will be running around, picking up trash and hauling it to the recycle center.”
Volunteers are welcome at a free dinner following the event, from 5-7 p.m. at the Senior Center.